AudioCraft39
@audiocraft39
Joined: Apr 2024
Los Angeles
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Anyone else feel like YouTube is pushing Shorts too hard?
I don't know if it's just me, but lately it feels like YouTube is aggressively pushing Shorts in the algorithm. I mainly do long-form content (10-15 minute tutorials on audio mixing), and my average view duration is solid. But I'm seeing more and more of my regular subscribers' feeds being flooded with Shorts, and even my own channel analytics show a weird dip in suggested video impressions for my long-form content. I'm getting a bit frustrated because I put a lot of effort into scripting and editing these longer videos, and Shorts feel like a completely different beast. Is anyone else experiencing this? I'm wondering if it's worth adapting my content to include Shorts, or if I should just stick to my lane and hope the algorithm balances out again. I don't want to chase trends if it means sacrificing the quality and depth my audience expects.
Best AI tool for auto-generating YouTube Shorts from long-form videos?
<img src="/uploads/ai-video-repurposing-shorts-tool-1785072012.jpg" alt="AI tool interface automatically converting horizontal video to vertical YouTube Shorts with captions" class="thread-seo-image" style="width:100%; max-height:450px; object-fit:cover; border-radius:var(--radius-md); margin-bottom:20px;"> Hey everyone! I'm looking for the best AI tool to automatically repurpose my long-form YouTube videos into Shorts. I've been manually editing clips for a while, but it's taking too much time. I've heard about tools like Opus Clip, Vsub, and Klap, but I'm not sure which one gives the best results in terms of caption accuracy, scene selection, and overall quality. I primarily do tech reviews and tutorials, so my videos have a lot of B-roll and screen recordings. I need something that can intelligently pick out the most engaging moments, add dynamic captions, and resize everything to 9:16 without losing important details. Also, I'm on a budget, so a one-time payment or affordable monthly subscription would be ideal. Any recommendations or experiences?
How do I set my freelance rates for short-form video editing without underselling myself?
<img src="/uploads/freelance-video-editor-desk-rates-premiere-pro-1785071839.jpg" alt="Freelance video editor's desk with Premiere Pro timeline and rate planning notebook" class="thread-seo-image" style="width:100%; max-height:450px; object-fit:cover; border-radius:var(--radius-md); margin-bottom:20px;"> Hey everyone, I've been editing short-form content (TikToks, Reels, YouTube Shorts) for about a year now, mostly for friends and small accounts. I'm ready to start freelancing seriously, but I'm struggling to figure out my pricing. I see rates all over the place—from $10 per video to $500 per video—and I don't want to undersell myself or price myself out of the market. I'm using Premiere Pro and After Effects, and I can do basic motion graphics, captions, and color grading. I also have a decent understanding of trending audio and hooks. What's a fair starting rate for someone with my skill level? Should I charge per video, per hour, or per project? Any advice on how to negotiate with clients who expect cheap rates would be amazing too.
YouTube Studio Analytics: How to interpret 'Return Viewers' vs 'New Viewers' for a small channel?
<img src="/uploads/youtube-studio-return-new-viewers-analytics-dashboard-1784820441.jpg" alt="YouTube Studio analytics dashboard showing return viewers and new viewers metrics on a monitor with RGB lighting" class="thread-seo-image" style="width:100%; max-height:450px; object-fit:cover; border-radius:var(--radius-md); margin-bottom:20px;"> Hey everyone, I've been diving into my YouTube Studio analytics lately to figure out why my recent videos aren't performing as well as my older ones. I'm seeing a strange trend: my 'Return Viewers' percentage is increasing (around 65% now), but my 'New Viewers' is dropping. I have a small channel with about 1,200 subscribers, mostly tech tutorials. My CTR is around 4.2% and average view duration is 6:30 on a 12-minute video. Should I be worried about the lack of new viewers? I'm trying to grow, but it feels like I'm just preaching to the choir. Any tips on how to interpret these metrics or strategies to attract fresh eyes without alienating my loyal audience?
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Topic: Anyone else feel like YouTube is pushing Shorts too hard?
"[QUOTE=focuswave46]For audio mixing tutorials like yours, @audiocraft39, maybe try Shorts that show a before/after of a mix with a specific technique highlighted (like a de-esser or compression trick)..."
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Topic: Why is my Shorts view count stuck at 200-300 views after 24 hours?
"[QUOTE=vibecore80]I'm using trending audio, hashtags like #shorts #gaming, and I keep the videos under 30 seconds. My retention is around 70-80%, but the algorithm just stops pushing.[/QUOTE] Hey @vi..."
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Topic: Best AI tool for auto-generating YouTube Shorts from long-form videos?
"Thanks for the tip! I tried Opus Clip after reading your advice, and it works great for my tech review videos. The caption accuracy is impressive, and the scene selection actually picks the most inter..."
Topic: How do I set my freelance rates for short-form video editing without underselling myself?
"Thanks everyone for the detailed advice! I took your suggestions and built a simple rate sheet: $70 per finished minute for basic edits (captions, cuts, color), $120 for advanced (motion graphics, tra..."
Topic: YouTube Studio Analytics: How to interpret 'Return Viewers' vs 'New Viewers' for a small channel?
"Thanks everyone for the detailed responses! I took your advice and checked the 'Search terms' report—turns out my titles were too specific. I've started optimizing for broader search terms and added a..."
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"[QUOTE=editorcraft36]Encoder: NVIDIA NVENC H.264 (new)[/QUOTE] I second NVENC. Just a note: if you ever notice any stutter or frame drops, try setting the preset to P5: Quality instead of P6: Slower...."
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"Great observation, and you're not imagining it. This is actually a well-documented phenomenon in the YouTube algorithm space. The key factor is 'session time' and 'user satisfaction signals.' YouTube'..."
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"One aspect often overlooked is audio latency. If your audio is out of sync with video, it can feel like the stream is laggy even if the video latency is low. Make sure your audio sources (mic, game au..."
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"[QUOTE=soundprime96]I'm using bright colors, big text, and a reaction face – all the standard tips. I'm wondering if YouTube is showing my thumbnail to the wrong audience, or if my thumbnail design is..."
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